{"product_id":"marine-betta-calloplesiops-altivelis","title":"Marine Betta (Calloplesiops Altivelis)","description":"\u003cheader class=\"catalog-detail_speciesStage__9PMbO\" data-catalog-species-stage=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"catalog-detail_speciesAside__CIbAz\" data-catalog-species-details=\"editorial-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"catalog-detail_speciesIntro__rsH2a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"catalog-detail_speciesIdentity__6uTTP\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"catalog-detail_speciesSummary__on3Gv\" data-catalog-species-summary=\"true\"\u003eThe Marine Betta is a stunning, slow-moving predator with massive, star-speckled fins. Shy by nature, it demands a spacious reef aquarium with deep, dark caves to feel secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"grid grid-cols-2 gap-2.5 sm:gap-3 md:grid-cols-3 xl:grid-cols-4 catalog-detail_metricsStrip__0Thr2\" data-catalog-detail-metrics=\"true\" data-catalog-detail-metrics-type=\"FISH\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 rounded-xl border border-[var(--line)] bg-paper\/85 p-3 sm:p-4\" data-catalog-detail-metric=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2 text-[0.62rem] font-bold uppercase leading-tight tracking-[0.09em] text-[var(--muted)] sm:text-xs sm:tracking-[0.12em]\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-center justify-start text-[var(--azure)] sm:h-8 sm:w-8\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" 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sm:text-xs sm:tracking-[0.12em]\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-center justify-start text-[var(--azure)] sm:h-8 sm:w-8\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-waves-horizontal h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8] sm:h-6 sm:w-6\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M2 12q2.5 2 5 0t5 0 5 0 5 0\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M2 19q2.5 2 5 0t5 0 5 0 5 0\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M2 5q2.5 2 5 0t5 0 5 0 5 0\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0\"\u003eWATER TYPE\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 break-words text-base font-black leading-5 text-[var(--ink)] sm:mt-3 sm:text-sm sm:font-bold\"\u003eMarine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 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0\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"10\" cy=\"8\" r=\"5\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M22 20c0-3.37-2-6.5-4-8a5 5 0 0 0-.45-8.3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0\"\u003eMINIMUM GROUP\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 break-words text-base font-black leading-5 text-[var(--ink)] sm:mt-3 sm:text-sm sm:font-bold\"\u003e\u0026gt;= 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 rounded-xl border border-[var(--line)] bg-paper\/85 p-3 sm:p-4\" data-catalog-detail-metric=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2 text-[0.62rem] font-bold uppercase leading-tight tracking-[0.09em] text-[var(--muted)] sm:text-xs sm:tracking-[0.12em]\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-center justify-start text-[var(--azure)] sm:h-8 sm:w-8\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-shield-check h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8] sm:h-6 sm:w-6\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M20 13c0 5-3.5 7.5-7.66 8.95a1 1 0 0 1-.67-.01C7.5 20.5 4 18 4 13V6a1 1 0 0 1 1-1c2 0 4.5-1.2 6.24-2.72a1.17 1.17 0 0 1 1.52 0C14.51 3.81 17 5 19 5a1 1 0 0 1 1 1z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"m9 12 2 2 4-4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0\"\u003eKH\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-2 break-words text-base font-black leading-5 text-[var(--ink)] sm:mt-3 sm:text-sm sm:font-bold\"\u003e10 - 15 dKH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"catalog-detail_sectionStack__crYv1\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"water-panel p-5\" id=\"catalog-section-overview\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-divider=\"true\" data-catalog-chapter-header=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-scene=\"overview\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-copy=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-black\"\u003eSpecies description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-4 space-y-4 text-sm leading-7 text-[var(--muted)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGeographical Origin and Habitat:\u003c\/b\u003e Widespread in the Indo-Pacific (from the Red Sea and East Africa to Tonga and southern Japan). Populates coral reefs, hiding by day in caves or crevices.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTaxonomy and Morphology:\u003c\/b\u003e Comet or Marine Betta (Calloplesiops altivelis). Beautiful marine fish (Plesiopidae family). Reaches 20 cm (8 inches). Characterized by enormous pelvic, dorsal and anal fins, and a fake \"eye\" (ocellus) on the base of the dorsal fin.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSocial Behavior:\u003c\/b\u003e Very shy nocturnal predator. Spends daylight hours hidden in the caves of the rockwork. If frightened, it slips into a crevice leaving its tail with the ocellus exposed, mimicking the head of a dangerous moray eel (Gymnothorax meleagris).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColoration and Sexual Dimorphism:\u003c\/b\u003e Spectacular coat: dark brown or black background dotted with hundreds of tiny white or blue spots, resembling a starry sky. No obvious sexual dimorphism.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"water-panel p-5\" id=\"catalog-section-observation\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-divider=\"true\" data-catalog-chapter-header=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-scene=\"care\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-copy=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-black\"\u003eCare, breeding and tankmates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-4 space-y-4 text-sm leading-7 text-[var(--muted)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAquarium Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e Marine aquarium of at least 300 liters (80 gallons). A rich live rockwork forming deep and dark caves is indispensable. Moderate lighting or abundant shaded areas.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiet and Feeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Pure carnivore. Often difficult to wean to inert food. Feed with mysis shrimp, krill, pieces of squid and fish or clam meat. May ignore dry food.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires stable marine parameters: salinity 1.023-1.025, pH 8.1-8.4, excellent skimming to remove the organic load of protein meals.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility and Cohabitation:\u003c\/b\u003e Reef-safe \"with caution\": it does not touch corals, but will devour any ornamental shrimp (Lysmata, Thor) or small fish (small gobies) that passes by. Coexists well with angelfish, surgeonfish and moray eels.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAquarium Breeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Rare but possible. Oviparous species that lays adhesive eggs in caves. The male guards and ventilates the brood until hatching. Weaning the tiny marine larvae is for experts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRisks and Diseases:\u003c\/b\u003e Very robust fish once acclimated and weaned. The main risk is death from starvation in the first weeks if stressed by overly aggressive tankmates who steal its food.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"water-panel p-5\" id=\"catalog-section-origin\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-divider=\"true\" data-catalog-chapter-header=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-scene=\"origin\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-copy=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-black\"\u003eGeographic origin and distribution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-4 grid gap-6 md:grid-cols-2 lg:items-start\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col justify-between gap-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-sm leading-7 text-[var(--muted)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWidespread in the Indo-Pacific (from the Red Sea and East Africa to Tonga and southern Japan). Populates coral reefs, hiding by day in caves or crevices.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 text-xs font-bold uppercase tracking-[0.12em] text-[var(--muted)]\"\u003eORIGIN\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-wrap gap-2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex items-center gap-1.5 rounded-lg border px-2.5 py-1 text-xs font-bold backdrop-blur-sm border-[var(--line)] bg-surface\/70 text-[var(--muted)] catalog-detail_originBadge__3um3E\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"grid shrink-0 place-items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"catalog-detail_originBadgeDot__hoEFZ\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTropical oceans and reefs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex items-center gap-1.5 rounded-lg border px-2.5 py-1 text-xs font-bold backdrop-blur-sm border-[var(--line)] bg-surface\/70 text-[var(--muted)] catalog-detail_originBadge__3um3E\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"grid shrink-0 place-items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"catalog-detail_originBadgeDot__hoEFZ\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAfrica and Madagascar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex items-center gap-1.5 rounded-lg border px-2.5 py-1 text-xs font-bold backdrop-blur-sm border-[var(--line)] bg-surface\/70 text-[var(--muted)] catalog-detail_originBadge__3um3E\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"grid shrink-0 place-items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"catalog-detail_originBadgeDot__hoEFZ\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eEast Asia\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbutton type=\"button\" class=\"group\/map relative overflow-hidden rounded-xl border border-[var(--line)] bg-[var(--foam)]\/10 text-left focus:outline-none focus:ring-2 focus:ring-azure\/50 cursor-zoom-in transition-all duration-300 hover:shadow-md hover:border-azure\/40 aspect-[1000\/507.209] w-full shadow-sm\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Origin map for TROPICAL_OCEANS_REEFS\" class=\"map-light w-full h-auto object-cover transition-opacity duration-300 opacity-100\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/atlarium.bio\/images\/maps\/tropical-oceans-reefs-light.svg\"\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"water-panel p-5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-divider=\"false\" data-catalog-chapter-header=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-scene=\"profile\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-catalog-chapter-copy=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-2xl font-black\"\u003eFish profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-activity h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M22 12h-2.48a2 2 0 0 0-1.93 1.46l-2.35 8.36a.25.25 0 0 1-.48 0L9.24 2.18a.25.25 0 0 0-.48 0l-2.35 8.36A2 2 0 0 1 4.49 12H2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eTEMPERAMENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSemi-aggressiveThe Marine Betta is a peaceful, shy, and largely nocturnal species that is highly non-aggressive toward unrelated tankmates. They spend much of the day hidden in caves, exhibiting a slow and graceful swimming style when they do emerge. However, they are nocturnal predators and will readily consume any small fish or ornamental shrimp that can fit into their relatively large mouths. They are known for a fascinating defensive behavior where they mimic the head of a moray eel by exposing their tail spot when threatened.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-utensils h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 2v7c0 1.1.9 2 2 2h4a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 2v20\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M21 15V2a5 5 0 0 0-5 5v6c0 1.1.9 2 2 2h3Zm0 0v7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eDIET\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOmnivoreAs obligate carnivores, Marine Bettas require a diet rich in high-quality meaty foods to thrive. In the wild, they hunt small fish and crustaceans under the cover of darkness. In captivity, they should be fed a variety of fresh or frozen foods such as mysis shrimp, krill, chopped seafood, and enriched brine shrimp. While newly introduced specimens may initially require live food like ghost shrimp to stimulate feeding, they can usually be trained to accept frozen foods with patience.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-clock h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 6v6l4 2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eLIFE EXPECTANCY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e10-15 years\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-ruler-dimension-line h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M10 15v-3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M14 15v-3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M18 15v-3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M2 8V4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M22 6H2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M22 8V4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M6 15v-3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003crect x=\"2\" y=\"12\" width=\"20\" height=\"8\" rx=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eADULT SIZE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e20 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-users-round h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M18 21a8 8 0 0 0-16 0\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"10\" cy=\"8\" r=\"5\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M22 20c0-3.37-2-6.5-4-8a5 5 0 0 0-.45-8.3\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eSEX RATIO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSolitaryIn the home aquarium, the Marine Betta is best kept singly unless a compatible male-female pair can be acquired. These fish are not sexually dimorphic, making visual sexing impossible, which makes establishing a pair challenging for hobbyists. Attempting to keep multiple individuals in the same tank without adequate space and hiding spots will lead to territorial aggression and fighting, especially between males. If keeping more than one specimen is desired, a very large aquarium with numerous caves and visual barriers is necessary to allow each fish to claim its own territory.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-clock h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 6v6l4 2\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eFEEDING FREQUENCY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTwice dailyIn the aquarium, the Marine Betta should ideally be fed once or twice daily to maintain its health and energy levels. Because they are nocturnal and naturally cautious, it is often best to feed them during evening hours or when the main aquarium lights are dimmed. Slow target feeding with a pipette or feeding tongs can help ensure they receive enough food before faster tankmates consume it all. Monitoring their body condition will help determine if the feeding frequency needs adjustment, particularly during their initial acclimation phase.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-scale h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 3v18\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"m19 8 3 8a5 5 0 0 1-6 0zV7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M3 7h1a17 17 0 0 0 8-2 17 17 0 0 0 8 2h1\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"m5 8 3 8a5 5 0 0 1-6 0zV7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 21h10\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eBIOLOAD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMediumThe Marine Betta is a relatively large, carnivorous fish that produces a moderate amount of biological waste, placing it in the medium bioload category. Because of its diet, which consists mainly of meaty foods, a high-quality filtration system is essential to manage organic waste and prevent nitrate buildup. The use of an efficient protein skimmer, along with regular water changes, is strongly recommended to maintain the pristine water conditions this species requires. While their sedentary nature helps keep their metabolic rate relatively low, their waste output still necessitates robust biological filtration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-waves-horizontal h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M2 12q2.5 2 5 0t5 0 5 0 5 0\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M2 19q2.5 2 5 0t5 0 5 0 5 0\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M2 5q2.5 2 5 0t5 0 5 0 5 0\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eFLOW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eModerateCalloplesiops altivelis needs steady, moderate circulation distributed across the aquarium rather than a narrow, forceful jet. Marine aquarium of at least 300 liters (80 gallons). A rich live rockwork forming deep and dark caves is indispensable. This preserves useful water exchange while retaining calmer shelter for rest and feeding.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-shield-alert h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M20 13c0 5-3.5 7.5-7.66 8.95a1 1 0 0 1-.67-.01C7.5 20.5 4 18 4 13V6a1 1 0 0 1 1-1c2 0 4.5-1.2 6.24-2.72a1.17 1.17 0 0 1 1.52 0C14.51 3.81 17 5 19 5a1 1 0 0 1 1 1z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 8v4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 16h.01\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eJUMP RISK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-egg h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 2C8 2 4 8 4 14a8 8 0 0 0 16 0c0-6-4-12-8-12\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eREPRODUCTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOviparousReproduction of the Marine Betta in captivity is possible but considered difficult due to the challenges of pairing and raising fry. They are cave spawners, with the female depositing adhesive egg masses containing hundreds of eggs onto the roof of a cave. The male is a dedicated guardian, aggressively defending the nest and fanning the eggs until they hatch in about five to six days. Successfully raising the larval fry requires specialized live foods, such as rotifers and copepods, and a dedicated rearing tank.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-heart-handshake h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M19.414 14.414C21 12.828 22 11.5 22 9.5a5.5 5.5 0 0 0-9.591-3.676.6.6 0 0 1-.818.001A5.5 5.5 0 0 0 2 9.5c0 2.3 1.5 4 3 5.5l5.535 5.362a2 2 0 0 0 2.879.052 2.12 2.12 0 0 0-.004-3 2.124 2.124 0 1 0 3-3 2.124 2.124 0 0 0 3.004 0 2 2 0 0 0 0-2.828l-1.881-1.882a2.41 2.41 0 0 0-3.409 0l-1.71 1.71a2 2 0 0 1-2.828 0 2 2 0 0 1 0-2.828l2.823-2.762\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eCOMPATIBILITY \u0026amp; TANKMATES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWith cautionThe Marine Betta is highly compatible with medium to large, peaceful tankmates that will not outcompete it for food or harass it. Suitable companions include larger wrasses, tangs, angelfish, and peaceful bottom dwellers like gobies or blennies. They must not be housed with small, bite-sized fish (such as small neon gobies or micro-chromis) or ornamental shrimps (like sexy shrimp or peppermint shrimp), as these will be viewed as prey. Conversely, aggressive tankmates like large damselfish or triggerfish should be avoided, as they will cause the Marine Betta to remain permanently hidden.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col rounded-xl bg-foam\/65 p-4\" data-catalog-detail-field=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0 items-center gap-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex h-7 w-7 shrink-0 items-start justify-start text-[var(--azure)]\" data-catalog-detail-glyph=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"lucide lucide-waves-ladder h-5 w-5 stroke-[1.8]\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M19 5a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v11\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M2 18c.6.5 1.2 1 2.5 1 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 2.6 0 2.4 2 5 2 2.5 0 2.5-2 5-2 1.3 0 1.9.5 2.5 1\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 13h10\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 9h10\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M9 5a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v11\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"min-w-0 break-words leading-tight\"\u003eTANK LEVEL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMiddle\/BottomThis species is primarily a cave-dwelling fish that prefers the bottom and middle zones of the aquarium where rocky structures and crevices are abundant. They spend much of their time hovering near the substrate, under ledges, or deep within caves to feel secure. They rarely venture into the open upper water column, except occasionally during feeding times or under very dim lighting. Providing a complex rockwork layout is crucial to mimic their natural habitat and encourage normal swimming behavior.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Two Corals Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663245181037,"sku":"96700511081037","price":3900.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/5553\/4701\/files\/card-w1200-q64-6.avif?v=1791379637","url":"https:\/\/2corals.co.za\/products\/marine-betta-calloplesiops-altivelis","provider":"Two Corals Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}